GE MN-ValVue-v2-8-IOM Manuel de service

1 GE 2LO*DVMasoneilan* ProductsValVue* Software v2.8 (Rev &)6RIWZDUH0anualValVue is a device management software suite designed exclusively f

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8010 GE Oil & Gas Trend ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80100 GE Oil & GasNOTE ValVue must be in Setup mode to make any configuration changes on this scree

101 Tag Information Configure ScreenUse with Mux 1 to 31 Used with voltage mode devices only. Give each device on a circuit a unique address. 0 can ca

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80102 GE Oil & GasCharacterizationControl valves are characterized to give a specific relationship

103 Custom Characterization Configure ScreenCustom CharacterizationWhen you select Custom under Characterization, ValVue launches a characterization g

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80104 GE Oil & GasAdding Data Points1. Adding data points by placing the cursor on the curve and le

105 Custom Characterization Configure ScreenDeleting Data Points1. Delete data points by selecting the data point and right clicking (Figure 76).Figur

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80106 GE Oil & GasDragging Data PointsMove points by dragging them to their new position (Figure 78

107 Button Lock Configure ScreenButton LockThe SVI II AP comes with an optional local display and buttons for data entry. These buttons can be used to

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80108 GE Oil & GasPosition Limit StopsUse the SVI II AP to establish software limit stops. If enabl

109 Pressure Units Configure ScreenPressure UnitsYou can select the units in which the actuator pressure is reported: psi, bar, or kPa.Configure I/OUs

11 DO Switches ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80110 GE Oil & GasThe I/O Configure window appears (Figure 81). 2. Adjust the parameters and click

111 Digital Input (DI) Configure ScreenCAUTION If both Position Low Limit and Tight Shut Off are used, the Position Low Limit must be above the Tight

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80112 GE Oil & GasBurst SettingsThe Burst mode is when the HART device continuously sends out data

113 Configure Context Menu Configure ScreenThen click OK. Any other command click OK.A dialog appears.6. Click OK and then Apply.Configure Context

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80114 GE Oil & GasCustom LinearizationWhen mounted on a reciprocating valve, a small non-linearity

115 Custom Linearization Configure ScreenCompound Lever The compound lever linkage has two lever segments attached at one end to the pivot and the oth

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80116 GE Oil & GasThe custom linearization in a custom characterization graph appears (Figure 87).F

1174Trend ScreenWhat you can do on the Trend ScreenUse the Trend screen (Figure 89) to observe the valve real time performance. The process trend grap

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80118 GE Oil & GasTrend Graph FeaturesTurn the display of any of the curves on the Trend graph by c

119 Trend Graph Features Trend ScreenFigure 91 Area of Trend with Zoom ViewPosition Shows the position of the valve is in percentage of valve opening.

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8012 GE Oil & GasFailsafe...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80120 GE Oil & GasTrend Context MenuWhen the user right clicks on the grey area of the Trend screen

1215Calibrate ScreenWhat you can do on the Calibrate ScreenFrom the Calibrate screen (Figure 93) you can calibrate: Signal  Pressure Advanced Para

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80122 GE Oil & GasSignal Calibration ProcedureUse the Calibrate screen to recalibrate the signal se

123 Low Signal Value Calibration Calibrate ScreenFigure 95 Starting Signal Calibration2. Click OK and Figure 96 appears with a field to enter the low

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80124 GE Oil & GasHigh signal Value Calibration1. Click Calib. Signal (Figure 94). A dialog appear

125 Pressure Calibration Procedure Calibrate ScreenPressure Calibration ProcedureWARNING Prior to performing pressure calibration all air must be turn

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80126 GE Oil & GasA dialog appears (Figure 102).Figure 102 Calibrate Pressure Dialog2. Click Yes to

127 Advanced Parameters Calibrate ScreenAdvanced ParametersYou can fine tune the SVI II AP using the Advanced Parameters dialog to adjust: Dead Zone

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80128 GE Oil & GasThe Advanced Tuning Parameters dialog appears (Figure 106). Refer to Table 7 for

129 Calibrate Context Menu Calibrate ScreenCalibrate Context MenuRight-click on the Calibrate screen and a context menu appears (Figure 107). NOTE Mos

13 Trend ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80130 GE Oil & Gas Full Closed - Moves the valve to full closed. This command works by taking the

131 Live Tuning Calibrate ScreenLive TuningIn Normal mode, experienced users can tune PID parameters. Only experienced users should use this feature.T

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1336Diagnostics ScreenWhat you can do on the Diagnostics ScreenThe Diagnostics screen (Figure 111) displays positioner Tag information and the current

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80134 GE Oil & GasTag InformationThe Diagnostics screen displays the Tag information for the active

135 Performing Diagnostic Tests Diagnostics ScreenFigure 112 Diagnostic GraphView Current DiagAfter performing a diagnostic test and returning to the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80136 GE Oil & GasView Saved DiagYou can view previously saved diagnostic graphs and data. To view

137 Standard Actuator Signature (Std. Diagnostics ScreenStandard Actuator Signature (Std. Actuator Sig.)The Standard Actuator Signature test is a resp

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80138 GE Oil & Gas4. During the Standard Actuator Signature test, a dialog Figure 115 appears indic

139 Standard Actuator Signature (Std. Diagnostics Screen5. Click Continue and Figure 117 appears.During the Standard Actuator Signature test, the posi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8014 GE Oil & Gas ValVue HDLT Software ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80140 GE Oil & GasExport to ExcelSelect Export to Excel and Excel opens with the Diagnostic Graph d

141 Standard Actuator Signature (Std. Diagnostics Screen2. Select the signature type and click OK. If the signature curve is from a file ValVue launch

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80142 GE Oil & GasThe Diagnostic Information dialog appears displaying the data for the curves in t

143 Step Test Diagnostics Screen3. Click Perform Diag.While the test is running, a progress dialog appears (Figure 122).Figure 122 Step Test RunningOn

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80144 GE Oil & GasDiagnostic Info for Step TestClick Show Diagnostic Info displays the analysis for

145 Ramp Test Diagnostics ScreenOn completion Figure 126 appears.Figure 126 Ramp Test Complete4. Click Continue to close the dialog.The Ramp Test Diag

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80146 GE Oil & GasExtended Actuator Signature (Extended Act. Sig.)The extended actuator signature s

147 Diagnostics Context Menu Diagnostics ScreenWhen the test is complete, the dialog indicates completion.4. Click Continue to close the dialog.The Ex

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80148 GE Oil & GasFigure 131 Diagnostics Context MenuReset Continuous DiagnosticsThis function sets

1497Status ScreenWhat you can do on the SVI II AP Status ScreenUse the Status screen to see the operating and internal status of the SVI II AP and res

15 Controller Configure Tab ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80150 GE Oil & GasClear Current FaultsClick Clear Current Faults to reset the status in the SVI II

151 Status Code List Status ScreenPOSITION_ERRORPosition Error If T1 error is configured AND the posi-tion error out-side the error band for time T1.2

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80152 GE Oil & GasFIND_STOPS_FAILEDFind Stops FailedFind Stops pro-cess failed.3 1: When calibratin

153 Status Code List Status ScreenRTOS_SCHEDULINGOperating Sys-tem Fault.An internal error from which the device recov-ered automati-cally2SUPPLY_HIGH

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80154 GE Oil & GasRAM_CHECKSUM RAM Check-sum ErrorAn internal error from which the device recov-ere

155 Status Code List Status ScreenPOSITION_SENSORPosition Sensor Fault1 Electronic Hall sensor com-ponent and related compo-nents failed.Replace devic

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80156 GE Oil & GasPRESSURE5 Atmospheric Pressure Sen-sor Fault2 1: Pressure sensor has been overpre

157 Status Code List Status ScreenESD_TRIP ESD Valve TrippedAn ESD trip event is pres-ent.1AI_PV_LOW AI_PV_LOW An ESD trajec-tory signature is availab

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80158 GE Oil & GasLINKAGE_DRIFTLinkage Drift 2 1:In the fully open or fully closed position a raw t

159 Status Code List Status ScreenHART Device Status Command BytesTable 9 lists all Bytes and their correlating fault bits in the HART Device Status C

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8016 GE Oil & GasCheck Tab ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80160 GE Oil & GasI/P LIMIT I/P current too high or too low Warning Electronic hardwareTEMP ERR Int

161 Status Context Menu Status ScreenStatus Context MenuWhen you right click on the Status screen, a context menu appears as shown in Figure 134. The

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1638Check Screen- Advanced TroubleshootingWhat you can do on the Check ScreenUse the Check screen (Figure 135) to monitor and set some basic parameter

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80164 GE Oil & GasInformation DisplayedThe Check screen is used for troubleshooting and displays th

165 Set I/P Check Screen- AdvancedSet I/PSetting the I/P removes the valve from normal control and sends a constant, user defined signal to the I/P. T

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1679Changing HART VersionsChanging SVI II AP to HART 6Starting with firmware version 4.1.1, ValVue SVI II AP software supports HART 6. When you logon

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80168 GE Oil & GasTo change a HART 5 unit to HART 6:1. Select Tools > Change HART Rev to 6 and a

16910ReferencesOverviewThis section provides the compatible HART modems and technical release notes.Supported HART ModemsListed below are the HART mod

171IntroductionThe ValVue software package provides a powerful interface to Masoneilan Smart Valve Interfaces, the 12400 Digital Level Transmitter (HD

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80170 GE Oil & GasTechnical Release Notes Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Releas

171 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80172 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

173 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80174 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

175 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80176 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

177 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80178 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

179 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8018 GE Oil & GasValVue TasksThe SVI II AP and SVi1000 can be configured, calibrated, and operated

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80180 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

181 Supported HART Modems References Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revision A Date 6/14/2012 Author Sean

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80182 GE Oil & Gas Title ValVue HART 2.80.0 Family Software Technical Release Notes.doc No. Revisi

183 Supported HART Modems ReferencesNotesThe space provided below is for entering notes on ValVue and its operation.

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80184 GE Oil & Gas

185 SVi1000 Software ManualSVi1000 Software ManualElectro-pneumatic Positionert Extreme accuracy and reliabilityt Precise, quick, responsive contro

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1871IntroductionAbout This ManualThese instructions are intended to help a field engineer install, setup, and calibrate an SVi1000 in the most efficie

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80188 GE Oil & GasValVue OverviewMasoneilan's ValVue software is a Human Machine Interface (HM

1892ValVue SVi1000 Work EnvironmentOverviewAfter you have selected the connected device ValVue launches and the device appears in the first Monitor ta

192ValVue Software Installation and AdministrationRequirementsUsing the ValVue installation procedures detailed in this chapter requires basic knowled

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80190 GE Oil & GasWorking in SVi1000SVi1000 is set up as a typical Windows program, with tabs, menu

191 SVi1000 Help ValVue SVi1000SVi1000 HelpHelp is readily available from anywhere within SVi1000, including: Main Help menu: Available by clicking H

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80192 GE Oil & GasSVi1000 TabsMonitor TabFrom the Monitor tab, you can view the basic functions of

193 Trend Tab ValVue SVi1000Trend TabFrom the Trend tab you can observe real time valve performance. These process trend graphs are useful for trouble

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80194 GE Oil & GasConfigure TabThe Configure tab displays the current configuration parameters and

195 Configure Tab ValVue SVi1000Calibrate TabThe Calibrate tab displays the current controller calibration parameters and provides the ability to adju

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80196 GE Oil & GasStatus TabUse the Status tabs to see the operating and internal status of the SVi

197 Check ValVue SVi1000CheckUse the Check tab to set some of the basic parameters. This tab is used primarily for troubleshooting. Figure 8 Check Ta

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1993MonitorWhat You Can Do on the Monitor TabThe Monitor tab is the first window displayed on starting SVi1000. You can: Monitor the current operatio

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.802 GE Oil & GasAbout this GuideThe information in this manual is subject to change without prior n

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8020 GE Oil & GasHART ComplianceThe positioner requires a HART compliant communications loop. The H

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80200 GE Oil & GasAdjust OperationsFigure 9 Monitor Tab1. Tag InformationThe Tag Information on the

201 2. Signal/Position Data Monitor2. Signal/Position DataSignal Indicates the input analog signal expressed in % of the configured signal range.Posit

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80202 GE Oil & GasChanging the SetpointChange to Manual mode prior to changing the position indicat

203 3. Status on the Monitor Tab MonitorList of Available HART CommandsThe following commands can be sent to the SVi1000:000 Read Identifier: Returns

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80204 GE Oil & Gas154 Read Setpoint: Reads the manual setpoint of the controller.141 Read Raw Data:

205 Monitor Context Menu MonitorMonitor Context MenuWhen you right click a context menu appears (Figure 12).Figure 12 Monitor Tab Context Sensitive Me

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80206 GE Oil & GasReport Setup Allows you to set up a report template and printing program. See “H

207 Reports MonitorReportsOne of the functions available on the Monitor tab is the ability to generate reports. SVi1000 provides the ability to extrac

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80208 GE Oil & GasThe allowed SVi1000 Parameters are listed in Table 1. Use the report file (report

209 Creating Report Template Files Monitor$$ActuatorType Single/Double Acting Actuator$$PosErrorBand Position Error Band$$PosErrorTime Position Deviat

21 Installing ValVue ValVue Software Installation andInstalling ValVueUse this procedure to install ValVue software. If the ValVue installer finds a p

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80210 GE Oil & Gas$$Damping Damping coefficient of controller$$Travel Total strokes of the valve$$C

211 Report Setup MonitorReport SetupTo set up the report:1. Right click on the Monitor tab and select Report Setup.The Report Setup dialog appears. 2

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80212 GE Oil & GasGenerate ReportTo generate a report:1. On the Monitor tab right click and select

213 Setup Wizard MonitorSetup WizardRunning the Setup Wizard is one of two ways to set up the SVi1000. When you decide to run the setup you can either

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80214 GE Oil & GasSetup Wizard SelectionsAfter you start the Setup Wizard SVi1000 launches the Set

215 Setup Wizard Selections MonitorStep 1: Setting the Tag and DescriptorTo change the Tag and Descriptor information: 1. Select Set Tag and Descripto

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80216 GE Oil & GasStep 2: Set Air ActionUse this to set the reset to factory defaults.Reset Configu

217 Setup Wizard Selections MonitorStep 3: Calibrate TravelTo determine valve position, the controller must measure the closed and open positions of t

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80218 GE Oil & GasStep 4: AutotuneThe SVi1000 has a built in positioning Autotune feature. When set

219 Setup Wizard Selections MonitorStep 5: Report & BackupUse this step to create a report and backup.To do this: Click Report & Backup.Figur

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8022 GE Oil & GasFigure 2 License AgreementFigure 3 ValVue Default Destination Location

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80220 GE Oil & GasStep 6: Setup Selections Made1. Click Apply.SVi1000 applies Step 1 and Step 2 (if

221 Setup Wizard Selections MonitorIf you are calibrating travel and autotuning, the Stroke the Valve Warning dialog appears.Figure 24 Stroke the Val

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80222 GE Oil & GasStep 7: New ParametersAfter you close the Setup Wizard Diagnostic Graph, the PID

223 Setup Wizard Selections MonitorPos Comp (Position Com-pensation Coefficient)The response of the valve is different when the valve is nearly closed

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80224 GE Oil & GasStep 8: Setup Wizard CompleteAfter the Setup Wizard completes all setup tasks, an

2254TrendWhat you can do on the Trend TabUse the Trend tab (see Figure 29) to observe real time valve performance. These process trend graphs are usef

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80226 GE Oil & GasTrend Graph FeaturesThe display of any of the four curves on the Trend graph may

227 Trend Context Menu TrendTrend Context MenuWhen you right click on the grey area of the Trend tab (but not in the graph area), the Trend Context M

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2295ConfigureWhat You Can Do on the Configure TabIn the Setup mode, from the Configure tab (see Figure 31), you can set the information that tells the

23 Installing ValVue ValVue Software Installation andFigure 4 Install ValVueFigure 5 Finish Installation

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80230 GE Oil & GasFigure 31 Configure Tab: Setup ModeTag InformationTo change Tag information on th

231 Position Fault Limits ConfigurePosition Fault LimitsYou can configure how position errors are handled. A position error occurs when the valve posi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80232 GE Oil & GasCharacterizationUse the radio buttons to select the characterization type. Contro

233 Custom Characterization ConfigureCustom CharacterizationWhen mounted on a reciprocating valve, a small non linearity in the reported valve positio

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80234 GE Oil & GasTo create a custom characterization:1. Click Custom and the Custom Characterizat

235 Air Action ConfigureTo create a custom linearization:1. Select Custom Linearization from the Custom Characterization dialog and the Custom Linear

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80236 GE Oil & GasBumpless TransferUse the checkbox to select/deselect this option.This option prov

237 DO Output Switches ConfigureDO Output SwitchesUse this to define characteristics of the inputs and output switches and position retransmit.Configu

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80238 GE Oil & Gas3. Position Error The switch is activated whenever a position error has occurred

239 Configure Context Menu ConfigureConfigure Context MenuWhen you right click on the Configure tab the Configure Tab: Context Menu appears containin

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8024 GE Oil & GasAdministrationAn administrative program, ValVue 2 Administration, is installed alo

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2416CalibrateWhat you can do on the Calibrate TabUse the SVi1000 Calibrate Tab calibrate: Calibration: Signal calibration. See “Calibration” on page

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80242 GE Oil & GasFigure 40 Calibrate Tab

243 Calibration CalibrateCalibrationThe sensor is calibrated at the factory and does not usually require recalibration, but if needed, this dialog pro

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80244 GE Oil & GasPID and Advanced ParametersYou can fine tune the SVi1000 using regular parameters

245 Advanced Parameters CalibrateAdvanced ParametersUse this dialog to adjust:See “Step 7: New Parameters” on page 222 for an explanation of these pa

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80246 GE Oil & GasOpen Stop AdjustmentRecomputes the position scale so that at the value entered in

247 Calibrate Context Menu CalibrateCalibrate Context MenuWhen you right click on the Calibrate tab the Calibrate Tab Context Menu appears.Figure 48

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80248 GE Oil & Gas Run Auto Tune: Automatically finds appropriate PID parameters for the valve ( “

249 Run Find Stops CalibrateWhen Find Stops is running, the Find Stops dialog appears.Figure 50 Find StopsWhen Find Stops completes, the progress dia

25 Starting Administration Program ValVue Software Installation andStarting Administration ProgramTo start the ValVue Administration program:1. Select

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80250 GE Oil & GasManual Find StopsOn some actuators it is possible that the automatic Find Stops p

251 Auto Tune CalibrateFigure 54 Valve Open Dialog4. When the valve is fully open click OK.Auto TuneTo start the Auto Tune function:1. Right click in

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80252 GE Oil & GasFigure 57 Aggressiveness4. Enter a value, click OK and the PID Tuning begins foll

2537StatusWhat you can do on the Status TabUse the Status tab to see at a glance the SVi1000 operating and internal status. The tab is divided into a

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80254 GE Oil & GasActive FaultsThe Status Tab: Active Faults tab displays all current faults and p

255 General StatusGeneralThe General status tab displays faults that cannot be attributed to SVi1000 components; e.g. actuator, pneumatics, electronic

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80256 GE Oil & GasInstrumentationThe Instrumentation status tab displays all faults related to inst

257 Actuator StatusActuatorThe Actuator status tab displays all faults related to the actuator on which the SVi1000 is mounted.Figure 61 Status Tab: A

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80258 GE Oil & GasPneumaticsThe Pneumatics status tab displays all faults related to the SVi1000 pn

259 Critical StatusCriticalThe Critical status tab displays all faults critical to SVi1000 operations.Figure 63 Status Tab: Critical

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8026 GE Oil & Gas4. Select Login to start an Administration window (Figure 9). Figure 8 ValVue Admi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80260 GE Oil & GasElectronicsThe Electronics status tab displays all electronics faults.Figure 64 S

261 Clear Current Faults StatusClear Current FaultsWhen you click Clear Current Faults, SVi1000 resets the status in the SVi1000 for all current fault

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80262 GE Oil & GasClear All FaultsWhen you click Clear All Faults SVi1000 resets the status bit in

263 Fault Matrix StatusFault MatrixTable 2 describes SVi1000 faults and helps determine the cause and corrective action.Table 2 Fault MatrixFAULT Name

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80264 GE Oil & GasPOSITION_ERRORPosition Error If T1 error is configured AND the posi-tion error ou

265 Fault Matrix StatusCALIBRATION_FAILEDCalibration FailedCalibration of AO or pressure failed.3 Calibration of the input sen-sors was outside the ac

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80266 GE Oil & GasEXT_DIAGNOSTICS_FAILEDExt Diagnos-tics Failed.3 When running a Extended Actuator

267 Fault Matrix StatusNVM_CHECKSUM0NVM Check-sum ErrorThe device failed to read critical data from non vola-tile memory.1 A permanent corruption of t

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80268 GE Oil & GasFACTORYMODE Factory Mode IndicatorDevice per-forms factory authorized operations.

269 Fault Matrix StatusPRESSURE4 I/P Pressure Sensor Fault1 1: Pressure sensor has been overpressurized and dam-aged.2: Pressure sensor has failed due

27 Add Users ValVue Software Installation andAdd UsersTo add users:NOTE If you need to discard your changes click the Revert button.1. Enter the User

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80270 GE Oil & GasSOFTWARE Software Error An internal error from which the device recov-ered automa

271 Fault Matrix StatusRANGE1 Range 1 The I/P cut off switch is not functional.2RANGE2 Range 2 2LINKAGE_DRIFTLinkage Drift 2 1:In the fully open or f

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80272 GE Oil & GasStatus Context MenuThe Status tab context menu contains only a link to Status onl

2738CheckWhat you can do on the Check TabCheck tab provides a method for monitoring and adjusting some of the basic parameters. This tab is used prima

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80274 GE Oil & GasInformation Displayed on the Check TabThe Check tab is used for troubleshooting a

275 Check Context Menu CheckCheck Context MenuThe Check tab context menu contains (Figure 67) the following items: Set I/P: Uses the value in this fi

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2779Optional Switch Load LimitsOutput SwitchesIntroductionThe SVIi1000 supports two identical contact outputs, SW #1 and SW #2 (Digital Output switche

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80278 GE Oil & GasThe maximum voltage that can be applied to the digital switch outputs is 30 VDC.

279 Checking Switch Operation Checking Switch OperationValVue CommandsThis procedure gives an example, using the settings in Figure 70, to see if a sw

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8028 GE Oil & GasFigure 10 Saving New UserEditing User AccountsTo edit a user account:1. Select the

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281 ValVue 12400 SoftwareValVue 12400 Software

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2831ValVue 12400 Work EnvironmentWhat is ValVue 12400?Welcome to ValVue 12400Masoneilan's ValVue 12400 software is a Human-Machine Interface (HMI

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80284 GE Oil & GasValVue 12400's Work EnvironmentAfter you have selected the connected device

285 Working in ValVue 12400 ValVue 12400 WorkContext MenuEach ValVue 12400 screen has an associated context menu, accessed by right-clicking on the sc

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80286 GE Oil & GasTools MenuThe Tools menu changes according to the selected screen and is most oft

287 Modes of Operation ValVue 12400 WorkWhen you are on the Transmitter Diagnostics screen the Tools menu contains the items shown in Figure 74.Figure

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80288 GE Oil & GasChange ModeThe Change Mode button located at the bottom left of all ValVue 12400

289 Change Mode ValVue 12400 WorkThe Change Mode dialog appears. The active mode is indicated by the radio button.Figure 76 Change Mode Dialog2. Cho

29 Privilege Level ValVue Software Installation andPrivilege LevelEach user is assigned an account with an associated privilege level associated. You

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80290 GE Oil & GasSetup mode is activated and all setup parameters are enabled.Figure 78 Setup Mod

291 Exit ValVue 12400 WorkIf changes have been made before exiting, an error message appears.Figure 80 Error Message of changes made when exiting in S

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80292 GE Oil & GasHelp MenuThe Help menu is the same on every screen and contains: Help – launches

293 Trend ValVue 12400 WorkTrendFrom the Trend screen you can observe the performance of the 12400 in real time.See “What you can do on the Trend Scr

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80294 GE Oil & GasFigure 83 Trend Screen with Controller Activation

295 Basic Setup ValVue 12400 WorkBasic SetupThe Basic Setup screen provides access to all basic setup features. Changes to this screen require ValVue

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80296 GE Oil & GasAdvanced SetupThe Advanced Setup screen provides access to all advanced setup and

297 Transmitter Diagnostics ValVue 12400 WorkTransmitter DiagnosticsThe Transmitter Diagnostics screen provides access to all diagnostics. See “Wha

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80298 GE Oil & GasStatusThe Status screen provides 12400 operational status information. See “Wha

299 Check ValVue 12400 WorkCheckThe Check screen provides 12400 operational data. See “What you can do on the Check Screen” on page 441Figure 88 Chec

3 ContentsIntroduction ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8030 GE Oil & GasStarting ValVueThe ValVue program provides a Windows based interface that can oper

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80300 GE Oil & GasController MonitorThe 12400 Controller Monitor screen provides at a glance access

301 What you can do on the 12400 ValVue 12400 WorkWhat you can do on the 12400 Controller Setup ScreenController Setup screen functionality includes:

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3032Controller MonitorWhat you can do with the 12400 Controller Monitor ScreenThe 12400 Controller Monitor screen provides at a glance access to 12400

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80304 GE Oil & GasTagEnter a unique name.Controller Monitor Controller BargraphsUse this section of

305 Controller Output Controller MonitorController OutputThe Controller Output fields are display only.To set the output:1. Click and a dialog appe

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80306 GE Oil & GasLevel MeasurementThe Level Measurement Level (%) field is display only.To set the

307 Send Command Controller MonitorSend CommandValVue 12400 provides the ability to easily send HART commands to the 12400 , reads the results, and di

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80308 GE Oil & GasFigure 97 Monitor Screen with Controller Activation2. Click Send Cmd. Read the re

309 PID Controller Mode Controller MonitorFigure 99 Monitor Screen with Controller Activation: Results DisplayedPID Controller ModeUse this area to ch

31 Registering ValVue ValVue Software Installation andMasoneilan Software Registration Center provides you with software keys that you enter the next

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80310 GE Oil & Gas12400 Monitor Context Menu12400 Monitor Context MenuThis functions the same for t

311 Reset Controller MonitorResetReset issues a master reset to the device, causing it to go through its startup routine and re-initializing all of it

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80312 GE Oil & GasRestore 12400 DataValVue 12400 provides an ability to download saved parameters f

313 Save 12400 Data Controller Monitor2. Click OK to continue and a dialog appears (Figure 106).Figure 106 Opening Restore Data File3. Choose a saved

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80314 GE Oil & GasA message appears.Figure 108 Saving 12400 Memory Data2. Click OK to continue.3.

315 Reports Controller MonitorCreating Report FilesYou can create a custom 12400 report by creating a text or rich text format file which is laid out

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80316 GE Oil & Gas$$CmdRev - Firmware command revision$$PollingAddress - PollingAddressDynamic Inf

317 Reports Controller Monitor$$DO1AttribMap - Attributes Map$$DO1FaultMap - Faults MapAdditional Factory Configuration$$FactoryOptions - OptionsCalib

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80318 GE Oil & GasAlarms InformationPosition Error:$$Alarm0Activation - Activation$$Alarm0LowAlarm

319 Reports Controller Monitor$$TimeEmpty hrs - Time Empty$$TimeWorking hrs - Time WorkingDetails:$$dgTime0to9Percent - Time 0-9%$$dgTime10to19Percent

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8032 GE Oil & GasFigure 12 Applying Owner and Product Key InformationThe software key registration

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80320 GE Oil & Gas$$DisplDiam $$DisplHUnits - Diameter in selected unitsChamber Information:$$Cham

321 Reports Controller Monitor2. Select the program by clicking the button associated with the program for use. The software attempts to autofind the

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323312400 MonitorWhat you can do on the 12400 Monitor ScreenOn the Monitor screen you can: “Level Indicator” on page 324 “Status on the 12400 Moni

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80324 GE Oil & GasLevel IndicatorThis indicator shows the level position graphically. The indicato

325 Changing Tag and Descriptor 12400 MonitorChanging Tag and Descriptor Information on the 12400 Monitor ScreenThere are two ways to change Tag and D

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80326 GE Oil & Gas2. Click Send Command (Figure 114)Figure 114 Executing Send CmdValVue 12400 la

327 Changing Tag and Descriptor 12400 Monitor3. Enter all Tag data and click OK (Figure 116). Figure 116 Saving Input Tag DataValVue 12400 saves the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80328 GE Oil & GasChanging Message on 12400 Monitor ScreenThere are two ways to change Message info

329 Changing Message on 12400 12400 Monitor2. Enter all Message data and click OK (Figure 120). Figure 120 Saving Input Message DataValVue 12400 sav

33 Registering ValVue ValVue Software Installation and5. After selecting optional features, click Registration and Figure 14 appears.Figure 14 Registr

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80330 GE Oil & GasSend CommandSend CommandValVue 12400 provides the ability to easily send HART com

331 Send Command 12400 MonitorFigure 123 Monitor Screen with Controller Activation2. Click Send Cmd. Read the results in the in the Result display.Fi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80332 GE Oil & GasFigure 125 Monitor Screen with Controller Activation: Results DisplayedCommand Se

333 Command Selection 12400 Monitor018 Write Tag & Descriptor019 Write Assembly Number038 Reset Configuration Changed Flag042 Reset142 Read DO S

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80334 GE Oil & GasCommand Result DisplayThe command results appear in the command results window ar

3354Controller SetupWhat you can do on the 12400 Controller Setup ScreenController Setup screen functionality includes: “PID Controller Alarms” on p

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80336 GE Oil & GasPID Controller AlarmsUse this section to configure the type of controller alarm a

337 PID Parameters Settings Controller SetupPID Parameters SettingsUse this set of fields to set the PID parameters.Figure 129 PID Parameters Settings

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80338 GE Oil & GasPID Controller ConfigurationUse this section to configure controller limit values

339 PID Controller Setpoint Range Controller SetupPID Controller Setpoint RangeUse this section to configure setpoint values while in setup mode.Figur

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8034 GE Oil & GasFigure 15 Save Registration InformationFigure 16 appears.Figure 16 Registration Fi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80340 GE Oil & GasSetpoint Unit Use the pulldown to select the unit for use in the program: % mm

3415TrendWhat you can do on the Trend ScreenFrom the Trend screen you can observe the performance of the 12400 in real time. These graphs are useful f

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80342 GE Oil & GasTrend Screen with Controller ActivationUse this screen to view trends that includ

343 Trend Screen with Controller TrendOpens the Controller Setpoint Setting dialog where you can change the controller setpoint and level configuratio

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80344 GE Oil & GasGraph DisplayThe display of any of the curves on the Trend graph can be turned on

345 Changing the Graph View TrendFigure 135 Trend Screen with Controller ActivationChanging the Graph ViewAny portion of a diagnostic graph may be exa

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80346 GE Oil & GasTrend Context MenuThis functions identically both with and without Controller Act

347 Detach Trend TrendDetach TrendThe Detach Trend feature, when selected removes the display from the tabbed dialog and creates a separate trend disp

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3496Basic SetupWhat you can do on the Basic Setup ScreenOn the Basic Setup screen you can: Configure the “Transmitter” on page 353 Calibrate the Le

35 Registering ValVue ValVue Software Installation andFigure 17 Emailing Registration InfoA dialog indicating the email has been sent appears.Figure 1

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80350 GE Oil & GasApplyAfter you have completed basic setup you must click on Apply to save all cha

351 Changing Tag Information on the Basic SetupChanging Tag Information on the Basic Setup ScreenOnce in the Setup mode, you can change the Tag Inform

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80352 GE Oil & GasTo change a field:1. Enter new text in all required fields.Figure 142 Tag Inform

353 Transmitter Basic SetupTransmitterThe Basic Setup screen allows you to configure the following parameters for the 12400: “Transmitter Mode” on p

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80354 GE Oil & GasTransmitter MountingThe 12400 can be mounted on either the left or the right side

355 Transmitter Action Basic SetupTransmitter ActionThe 12400 can be operated to transmit either direct (current increases when level increases) or re

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80356 GE Oil & GasDisplay LanguageThe language displayed in 12400 LCD can be changed.To change the

357 Level Transmitter Basic SetupLevel TransmitterLevel TransmitterIf the Specific Gravity (SG) of the service liquid used for 12400 calibration is kn

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80358 GE Oil & Gas3. Click OK to close the message box and return to ValVue 12400.Figure 149 New SG

359 Span Basic SetupFigure 151 SG ZERO MessageIf ValVue 12400 successfully obtains the Zero value, a dialog appears (Figure 152).4. Click OK.Figure 1

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8036 GE Oil & Gas3. Enter the Serial Number (if not already entered) and click OK. On the 2nd regis

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80360 GE Oil & GasValVue 12400 displays a dialog (Figure 154).2. Immerse the displacer, connected

361 Applying Basic Setup Changes Basic SetupApplying Basic Setup ChangesWhen you make any changes on the Basic Setup screen, the changed field appears

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80362 GE Oil & GasBasic Setup Context MenuThe Basic Setup Context menu (Figure 157) contains the fo

363 SG Service Basic SetupSG ServiceIf the Specific Gravity (SG) of the process liquid is different than the Calibration SG, you can set a specific SG

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80364 GE Oil & Gas2. Click Apply (Figure 159).Figure 159 Saving SG ServiceIf the Service SG is not

365 Signal Range Basic SetupSignal RangeThe Signal Range feature on the 12400 Basic Setup screen allows you to set low (LRV) and upper (URV) current v

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80366 GE Oil & Gas2. Click Apply (Figure 162) to save the new range.Figure 162 Saving New Signal R

3677Advanced SetupWhat you can do on the Advanced Setup ScreenOn the Advanced Setup screen you can: Configure the “Local User Interface” on page 368

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80368 GE Oil & GasFigure 164 Advanced Setup ScreenNOTE Note: The SIL2 feature (see fields in red b

369 Changing Configuration Advanced SetupChanging ConfigurationThe process to change configuration is simple:1. Click the required radio button, as sh

37 Using Unregistered Software ValVue Software Installation and5. Click OK and Figure 21 appears.Figure 21 Successful Registration MessageUsing Unregi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80370 GE Oil & GasSG Meter CalibrationUse the Specific Gravity (SG Meter) Calibration function on t

371 Span Advanced SetupSpanTo complete the SG Meter Calibration execute SPAN for the new SG:1. Click SPAN.2. Fill the displacer chamber.3. Click OK (F

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80372 GE Oil & GasReset to FactoryIf you would like to restore the SG Calibration to the factory de

373 Set SIL2 Settings Advanced SetupSet SIL2 SettingsUse this screen to set SIL2 settings, which include: SIL2 Configuration - Use the pulldown to se

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80374 GE Oil & GasAlarmValVue 12400 allows you to define conditions for when an alarm is triggered.

375 Alarm Hysteresis Advanced SetupFigure 176 Alarm Low Time Error MessageIf the Alarm High time is less than one second, or greater than 600 seconds,

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80376 GE Oil & GasRangeFor an application where the level change is smaller than the displacer heig

377 Changing Level Units Advanced SetupFigure 181 LRV Error MessageFigure 182 Upper Level Error MessageChanging Level UnitsTo change the Level Units:

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80378 GE Oil & GasZero ShiftTo change the Zero Shift % setting:1. Enter a new Zero Shift value in t

379 DO Switches Advanced SetupDO SwitchesDO SwitchesThe 12400 supports two identical contact outputs which can be logically linked to status bits. The

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8038 GE Oil & GasOffline OperationTo run ValVue in offline mode:1. Click a Tag in the Connected Dev

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80380 GE Oil & GasConfiguring DO SwitchesNOTE The SIL2 feature (see fields in red box) is available

381 Configuring DO Switches Advanced Setup2. Use the drop down list to select the function.Figure 187 Selecting Switch FunctionThe newly selected sw

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80382 GE Oil & GasDatabaseDatabaseThe ValVue 12400 Database feature allows you to save to a databas

383 Displacer Advanced SetupDisplacer VolumeTo change the Displacer Volume: Enter a new Displacer Volume.If you enter a Displacer Volume less than ze

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80384 GE Oil & GasDisplacer WeightTo change the Displacer Weight: Enter a new Displacer Weight.If

385 Displacer Advanced SetupDisplacer HeightTo change the Displacer Height: Use the drop down list to select: 14", 32", 48", 60",

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80386 GE Oil & GasDisplacer DiameterTo change the Displacer Diameter: Enter a new Displacer Diame

387 Torque Tube and Chamber Advanced SetupTo change any of the Displacer Type parameters: Select or de-select the appropriate checkboxes (Figure 197

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80388 GE Oil & GasChamber TypeTo change the Chamber Type: Click on the arrow of the drop down list

389 Torque Tube and Chamber Advanced SetupTorque Tube Matl.To change the Torque Tube Material: Click on the arrow of the drop down list, located at t

39 Offline Operation ValVue Software Installation andSelecting OK reopens the Open File dialog. Selecting the matching file type opens up Monitor page

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80390 GE Oil & GasTorque Tube ForceTo change the Torque Tube Force: Click on the arrow of the drop

391 Torque Tube and Chamber Advanced SetupArm LengthTo change the Arm Length: Click on the arrow of the drop down list, located at the right of the A

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80392 GE Oil & GasChamber OptionsThe Database window allows you to select the following Chamber Opt

393 Options Advanced SetupOptionsThe Database Options include: Extension HT/LT: Activates or deactivates the extension. Process Temperature: Activat

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80394 GE Oil & GasApplying Database ChangesAfter you have made displacer, torque tube, and chamber

395 Filters and Tuning Advanced SetupFilters and TuningFilters and TuningValVue 12400 allows you to filter the output of the Hall effect sensor before

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80396 GE Oil & GasValVue 12400 launches the Filters and Tuning window (Figure 207).Figure 207 Filt

397 Filter Parameters Advanced SetupFilter ParametersThe filter parameters are always available to edit: Filter Time Constant, Deadzone, and Validate

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80398 GE Oil & GasDeadzoneTo change the Deadzone:1. Click Smart Filter Enable.2. Enter a new value

399 Filter Parameters Advanced SetupValidate WindowTo change the Validate Window:1. Click Smart Filter Enable.2. Enter a value in Validate Window.3. C

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ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80400 GE Oil & GasAutotuneValVue 12400 provides an Autotune feature on the Filters and Tuning windo

401 Damping Advanced SetupDampingThe Damping Time is always available to edit. Once Damping Time has been enabled, the Filter Time Constant is really

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80402 GE Oil & GasFilter ParameterTo change the Damping Time : Enter a new value in Filter Time Co

403 Calibration Tools Advanced SetupCalibration ToolsCalibration ToolsValVue 12400 allows you to calibrate each of the Analog Output (AO) signal. Cal

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80404 GE Oil & GasWARNING This procedure causes the output current of the transmitter to change. Al

405 4 - 20 mA Calibration Advanced Setup4 - 20 mA CalibrationThe Calibration Tools window provides the ability to calibrate the 4 - 20 mA source for t

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80406 GE Oil & Gas3. Enter the reading from the milliammeter into the field and click Set (Figure 2

407 4 - 20 mA Calibration Advanced Setup20 mA CalibrationTo calibrate Span at 20 mA:1. Click on 20mA (Figure 229).Figure 229 Starting 20 mA Calibratio

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80408 GE Oil & Gas3. Enter the reading from the milliammeter into the field and click Set (Figure 2

409 4 - 20 mA Calibration Advanced SetupCorrect Calibration ErrorIf you receive an error message (Transmitter specific error or Parameter value too la

413ValVue SetupOverviewThis section provides information on setting up ValVue. There are several features that you can set up in ValVue before executi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80410 GE Oil & Gas4. Click OK to return to Calibration Tools.Figure 236 Current Output Verification

411 Calibration Reset Advanced Setup3. Click Coupling method (Figure 238).Figure 238 Starting Coupling4. Pull the indexing flexure until it is center

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80412 GE Oil & GasResetting AllTo reset both AO Main and AO Optional:1. Select the checkbox, locate

413 Calibration Reset Advanced SetupIf Reset has been executed, a dialog appears (Figure 243).Figure 243 Reset SucceededResetting AO MainTo reset AO

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80414 GE Oil & GasIf Reset has been executed, ValVue 12400 displays a dialog shown (Figure 246).Fi

415 Advanced Setup Context Menu Advanced SetupIf Reset has been executed, ValVue 12400 displays a dialog (Figure 249).Figure 249 Reset SucceededAdvan

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80416 GE Oil & GasApplying Advanced Setup ChangesWhen you make any changes on the Advanced Setup sc

4178Transmitter DiagnosticsWhat you can do on the Transmitter Diagnostics ScreenThe Transmitter Diagnostics screen provides diagnostic data at a glanc

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80418 GE Oil & GasContinuous Diagnostic DataThe Continuous Diagnostic Data area of the Transmitter

419 Detail TransmitterDetailValVue 12400 provides a detailed graphical format of the diagnostic data.To view the diagnostic data detail: Click Detail

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8042 GE Oil & Gas2. Select Set Options to open the Options dialog (Figure 26).Figure 26 ValVue Opti

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80420 GE Oil & GasService TimeThe Service Time area of the Transmitter Diagnostics screen allows yo

421 Set Interval TransmitterSet IntervalTo set the Service Time interval:1. Click Set Interval (Figure 258).Figure 258 Selecting Set IntervalValVue 1

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80422 GE Oil & Gas2. Enter the new Service Time interval, in seconds and click OK to save.Figure 2

423 Calibration Raw Range TransmitterCalibration Raw RangeValVue 12400 provides a live view of calibration raw range. CalibLRV CalibURV SGMeterLRV

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80424 GE Oil & GasSpecific Gravity MeterValVue 12400 allows you to start the Specific Gravity Meter

425 Specific Gravity Meter TransmitterThe Specific Gravity Meter is now working, indicated by the green button (Figure 264).Figure 264 Specific Gravi

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80426 GE Oil & GasTransmitter Diagnostics Context MenuThe Transmitter Diagnostics context menu (Fig

4279StatusWhat you can do on the Status ScreenThe Status screen allows you to see at a glance the operating and internal status of the 12400. The scre

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80428 GE Oil & GasActive FaultsThe Active Faults status tab (Figure 267) displays all current fault

429 Log Only StatusLog OnlyThe Log Only status tab (Figure 268) displays all faults that have been logged.Figure 268 Status Screen Log Only Tab

43 Configure the Set Options ValVue SetupFigure 27 ValVue Options for WirelessButtons and FieldsCom Port Select the COM Port on your PC that is connec

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80430 GE Oil & GasAnnunciateThe Annunciate status tab (Figure 269) displays all faults that have be

431 User Faults 2 StatusUser Faults 2The User Faults 2 status tab (Figure 270) displays user related, position sensor and temperature read/sensor faul

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80432 GE Oil & GasFailsafeThe Failsafe status tab (Figure 271) displays failsafe faults. If configu

433 User Faults 1 StatusUser Faults 1The User Faults 1 status tab (Figure 272) displays user related, current sensor and loop output faults. The Fail

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80434 GE Oil & GasClearing FaultsValVue 12400 has three types of fault clearing available: Clear F

435 Clearing Individual Fault Status2. Click Clear Fault (Figure 274).The selected fault is cleared from the Active Faults list and the Clear Fault bu

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80436 GE Oil & GasClear Current FaultsUse Clear Current Faults to reset the status in the 12400 for

437 Clear All Faults StatusClear All FaultsUse the Clear All Faults button to reset the status bit in the 12400 for all faults, both historical and cu

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80438 GE Oil & GasSet Fail High/Fail LowOn the User Faults 2 and User Faults 1 tab on the Status sc

439 Set Fail High/Fail Low Status3. Click Set to save Fail Low.Figure 278 Fail High/Low Changed

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8044 GE Oil & GasMaster Mode ValVue communicates with a HART device as a primary master or as a sec

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80440 GE Oil & GasStatus Context MenuThe Status context menu (Figure 279) contains the following se

44110CheckWhat you can do on the Check ScreenThe Check screen provides the user a method for monitoring some of the basic parameters. This screen is

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80442 GE Oil & GasCheck Context MenuThe Check Context menu (Figure 281) contains the following sele

443 ValVue VECTOR SoftwareValVue VECTOR SoftwareInstruction ManualProduct descriptiont WirelessHART technologyt Provides 24/7 monitoringt One Port

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4451IntroductionIntroductionThe ValVue VECTOR is a user friendly interface that facilitates ValVue wireless setup and diagnostics. Figure 282 ValVue V

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80446 GE Oil & GasValVue VECTOR SoftwareValVue VECTOR provides the ability to: Quickly and easily

4472InstallationInstallationRequirementsThe ValVue installation procedures require basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems and the VECT

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80448 GE Oil & GasHART ComplianceThe VECTOR requires a HART compliant communications loop. The HART

4493ValVue VECTOR Operational OverviewOperational OverviewAfter you have selected the connected device ValVue launches and the device appears in the f

45 Configure Multiplexor Setup and ValVue Setup2. Navigate to the required directory to either locate the old device list file, or to create a new one

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80450 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsValVue is the main interface for connected devices. Once a conn

451 Overview Tab Tools Menu and ValVue VECTOROverview Tab Tools Menu and Context MenuThe Overview tab Tools menu consists of:ResetUse this feature to

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80452 GE Oil & Gas2. Click and a second dialog appears.3. Click again and a dialog that says De

453 Overview Tab Tools Menu and ValVue VECTORVECTOR substitutes the actual tag name from the unit in place of the $$Tag in the report.When creating th

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80454 GE Oil & GasReportTo generate a report:1. On the Overview tab right click and select Report.2

455 Overview Tab Tools Menu and ValVue VECTORRestore SVI DataRestores the contents of a dump file to a Masoneilan device. This can be used to clone a

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80456 GE Oil & GasWorking in ValVue VECTORValVue VECTOR is set up as a typical Windows program, wit

457 ValVue VECTOR Tabs ValVue VECTORValVue VECTOR TabsOverview TabFrom the Overview tab, you can view the basic functions of the VECTOR including tag

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80458 GE Oil & GasTrend TabFrom the Trend tab you can observe real time valve performance. These p

459 Configure Tab ValVue VECTORConfigure TabUse the Configure tab to configure all aspects of VECTOR operations.Figure 290 Configure

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8046 GE Oil & GasThe MTL 4840 HART maintenance system is a widely used multiplexor for communicatin

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80460 GE Oil & GasMaintenance TabUse the Maintenance tab to perform maintenance-related resets, se

461 Status Tab ValVue VECTORStatus TabUse the Status Tab: Device_Status tabs to see the VECTOR operating and internal status. There are eight tabs, w

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80462 GE Oil & GasCommunication TabUse the Communication tab offers tools to track and analyze wir

463 Alerts Tab ValVue VECTORAlerts TabUse the Alerts tab to see a list of alerts, both pending and historical with related information.Figure 294 Ale

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80464 GE Oil & GasBattery TabUse the Battery tab to configure battery settings and view battery da

4654Setup WizardSetup Wizard ScreenFrom the Setup Wizard screen you can setup the VECTOR by configuring: Tag, Long Tag, Descriptor and Message. Powe

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80466 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsTagEnter up to eight characters long and is used to identify th

467 Run Setup Wizard Setup WizardRun Setup WizardTo run the Setup Wizard:1. Click and Figure 296 appears.2. Enter text into the Tag, Long Tag, Descr

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80468 GE Oil & GasFigure 298 Setup Wizard Complete7. Click Continue.Scan for DevicesTo scan for net

4695TrendTrend TabUse the Trend tab (see Figure 300) to observe real time VECTOR performance. These trend graphs are useful for monitoring loop curren

47 Mux Setup ValVue SetupFigure 30 Device Address3. Enter a number between 1 and 31 for the desired node and select OK and Figure 31. The node address

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80470 GE Oil & GasTrend Graph FeaturesThe display of any of the curves on the Trend graph may be tu

471 Trend Right Click and Context Menu TrendTrend Right Click and Context MenuWhen you right click on the grey area of the Trend tab (but not in the g

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4736ConfigureConfigure Screen: OverviewThe Configure screen and its subtabs has an overall purpose of configuring all VECTOR settings. It is comprised

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80474 GE Oil & GasConfigure Power TabUse this screen to configure power type and associated charact

475 Configure Power Tab ConfigureButtons and FieldsAdapter Power SettingUse this pulldown list to select the type of adapter power: Loop Powered - (1

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80476 GE Oil & GasField Device Idle TimeEnter the time in seconds for the device to remain powered

477 Configure Wireless Tab ConfigureConfigure Wireless TabUse the Configure Wireless to configure the wireless connection attributes, connect and dis

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80478 GE Oil & GasJoin ModeUse the pulldown list to select the join method: Don’t attempt to join:

479 Configure Wired Tab ConfigureConfigure Wired TabUse the Configured Wired to configure the HART connection characteristics and the subdevice scan

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8048 GE Oil & GasRetry Count Enter the number of times the multiplexor retries sending a com-mand t

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80480 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsHart MasterMaster Mode Use the pulldown list to select the HAR

481 Configure 4-20 mA Tab ConfigureConfigure 4-20 mA TabUse the Configure 4-20 mA to configure the parameters related to 4-20 mA current loop.Figure

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80482 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsPV Units Use the pulldown to select the engineering units for u

483 Create a PV Linearization Table ConfigureCreate a PV Linearization TableUse the pulldown to select the transformation function applied to the fiel

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80484 GE Oil & GasConfigure Burst Settings TabWhen you open this screen, the main screen appears (

485 Configure Burst Settings Tab ConfigureFigure 308 Burst Settings: Manual.Buttons and FieldsOnce you configure any item, click: to apply changes fro

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80486 GE Oil & GasAutomatic CommandsUse the pull down to select from the preconfigured commands for

487 Configure Burst Settings Tab ConfigureBurst CommandUse the pulldown to select a burst command to manually send: Cmd 1: PV: Read the primary varia

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80488 GE Oil & GasTrigger Options Trigger ModeUse the pulldown list to select the trigger event for

489 Configure Auto Burst ConfigureConfigure Auto BurstTo configure a Auto Burst:1. Use the Automatic Update Rate pulldown to select a rate and the Aut

49 Mux Reset ValVue SetupThe Mux Reset is necessary when adding or removing HART devices on a Mux network. This function updates the Mux’s Look Up Tab

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80490 GE Oil & GasConfigure Event Notification TabUse the Configure Event Notification to create a

491 Configure Event Notification Tab ConfigureButtons and FieldsEvent Message NumberUse the pulldown to select a number between 0 and 8 or 0 and 3 (de

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80492 GE Oil & GasStandard Event Mask Check all boxes for inclusion in the message event as viewed

493 Configure Event Notification Tab ConfigureTertiary Analog Channel Saturated: Check to set an event when the electrical limits established by the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80494 GE Oil & GasEvent Status SubtabUse this tab to view and to clear notifications.Figure 310 Eve

495 Configure Adapter Info Tab ConfigureConfigure Adapter Info TabUse the Configure Adapter Info to configure adapter nameplate data, engineering uni

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80496 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsAdapter InformationTag Enter up to eight characters long and is

497 Configure Adapter Info Tab ConfigureWrite Protected pull-downUse the pulldown to select Enabled to write protest the VECTOR; only read opera-tions

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80498 GE Oil & GasConfigure Time ScreenUse the Configure Time to view time and date related values

499 Configure Tab Tools and Context ConfigureConfigure Tab Tools and Context MenuThere is no context menu for this tab.Update Configured DataUse this

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ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8050 GE Oil & GasTroubleshooting ValVue MuxTable 3 Troubleshooting ValVue Used with MuxProblem Caus

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5017MaintenanceMaintenance TabThe Maintenance Tab tab offers tools to connect/disconnect the VECTOR from the network and perform simple maintenance.F

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80502 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsMaintenance Tab Tools and Context MenuUpdate Configured DataAva

503 Maintenance Tab Tools and Context MaintenanceFactory ResetUse this command to reset the VECTOR to factory default values.Detach TrendRemoves the T

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5058StatusStatus Screen: GeneralUse the Device Status screen to see the VECTOR operating and internal status. The tab is divided into a series of tabs

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80506 GE Oil & GasActive FaultsThe Active Faults tab displays all current faults. Figure 316 Activ

507 Device_Status StatusDevice_StatusThe Device_Status tab displays all current faults for overall device faults.Figure 317 Device_Status

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80508 GE Oil & GasIO_and_Subdevice_StatusThe IO_and_Subdevice_Status tab displays all current faul

509 Ext_Device_Status StatusExt_Device_StatusThe Ext_Device_Status tab displays all current faults for extended device status, when available. Figure

51 Configuring Burst Mode ValVue SetupConfiguring Burst ModeThe Burst mode is a mode where the HART device continuously sends out data without being p

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80510 GE Oil & GasWirelessHART_StatusThe WirelessHART_Status tab displays all current faults for t

511 Device_Diagnostic_Status_0 StatusDevice_Diagnostic_Status_0The Device_Diagnostic_Status_0 tab displays all current faults for the device diagnost

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80512 GE Oil & GasDevice_Specific_Status_0The Device_Specific_Status_0 tab displays all current fa

513 Device_Specific_Status_1 StatusDevice_Specific_Status_1The Device_Specific_Status_1 tab displays all current faults for the wireless setup. Figur

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5159CommunicationCommunication TabThe Communication tab offers tools to track and analyze wireless communications status and performance.Figure 324 C

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80516 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsWireless StatusJoin DetailsWireless Mode Displays the wireless

517 Communication Tab CommunicationSTX Sent Number of messages initiated by the adapter to other wired slaves.ACK Received Number of message responses

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80518 GE Oil & GasCommunication Tab Tools and Context MenuThere is no context menu for this tab.Upd

51910AlertsAlerts TabUse this tab to view a list of historical faults (non-active) and active alerts, the Start Date, Start Time Stop Date, Stop Time

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8052 GE Oil & Gas2. Right-click on the gray background of the window and select Burst Mode Control

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80520 GE Oil & GasButtons and FieldsAlerts Tab Tools and Context MenuThere is no context menu for t

52111BatteryBattery Info ScreenUse the Battery Settings to configure battery settings and view battery data.Figure 328 Battery Settings

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80522 GE Oil & Gas.Buttons and FieldsOnce you configure any item, click: to apply changes.Battery S

523 Battery Tab Tools and Context Menu BatteryBattery Tab Tools and Context MenuThere is no context menu for this tab.Update Configured DataUse this c

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525 ValVue HDLT SoftwareValVue HDLT Software

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527 Monitor Tab Monitor TabThe Monitor tab displays the level of liquid or the interface reported by the device, status information, and mode informat

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80528 GE Oil & GasDate This field contains a user entered date value. The value is stored inside t

529 Status Clear Status Clears the status flags. See “Status Code List ” on page 531.Send CommandsClicking on the arrow presents a list of HART comma

534Connecting DevicesConnected DevicesAfter you have successfully logged in, ValVue opens the Connected Devices window and searches the com port for c

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80530 GE Oil & Gas148 Read Status Reads and displays the status flags. These flags describe error

531 Status Read Controller PID Displays the process controller PID parameters: P, I, Kt , Kd, and Beta. Available only in version 5.11 and higher. Rea

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80532 GE Oil & Gas High Alarm Occurred – The level was higher than the upper alarm setting (but ma

533 Report Manual Mode The Manual mode is an intermediate mode used before going to Configure Calibrate or Diagnostic modes. This mode allows you to d

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80534 GE Oil & GasMenu - MonitorWhen you right-click on the Monitor tab, a context menu appears. Th

535 Trend Tab Trend TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configuration.You to turn on or off the graphical display of Level, Level Set

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80536 GE Oil & GasCapture to Clipboard copies a picture of the Trend tab to the clipboard. From the

537 Configuration Tab FieldsPolling Address HART can communicate with up to 15 devices on a single pair of wires. These devices are distinguished by

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80538 GE Oil & GasLow Setpoint/High Setpoint Controller low/high setpoint values corresponding to

539 Menu - Configure Failsafe Current If Failsafe Current is not selected and the HDLT goes to failsafe mode, the current remains at the last current

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8054 GE Oil & GasSelecting a Device1. Click on the device you wish to run.2. Click Select Device.or

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80540 GE Oil & GasCalibration TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configuration.Fi

541 Level Transmitter Calibration Level Transmitter CalibrationTo calibrate the level transmitter: 1. Enter the specific gravity of calibration and pr

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80542 GE Oil & GasCalibration Parameters TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data confi

543 Menu - Calibrate Reduced Span The value in percentage of calibration scale to reduce the span.Interface Transmitter: Low SG/ High SGFor an interf

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80544 GE Oil & GasCalibration Tools TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configurat

545 Coupling CouplingCoupling is used when adjusting the coupling between the electronic head and the torque tube. To adjust:1. Click Coupling Method

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80546 GE Oil & GasController Parameters TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data config

547 Controller Parameters Tab Ratio Gain and Bias In ratio control, the setpoint and process variable may be in differ-ent engineering units or on dif

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80548 GE Oil & GasApply PID Sends the displayed PID information to the HDLT, changing the PID used

549 Controller Tab Controller TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configuration.Figure 8 Controller TabFieldsOutput Allows you to dir

55 Re-Scan Connecting Devices In the multiplexor configuration of the program, all nodes are checked. If there are a large number of devices connecte

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80550 GE Oil & GasController Alarms This box displays the status of the process variable alarms. Th

551 Configuration DataBase Tab Configuration DataBase TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configuration.Figure 9 Configuration Databa

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80552 GE Oil & GasOptions Defines the options linked to the high temperature design and the danger

553 Transmitter Diagnostics Tab Transmitter Diagnostics TabSee “Monitor Tab” on page 527 for nameplate data configuration.Figure 10 Transmitter Diagn

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80554 GE Oil & GasMenu - DiagnosticsWhen you right-click on the Transmitter Diagnostics tab, a cont

555 Menu Bar and Footer Buttons Menu Bar and Footer ButtonsFile Menu Allows you to exit the level portion of the program to the device selection list

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557 ValVue SVI SoftwareValVue SVI Software

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559 Monitor Tab Monitor TabFrom the Monitor tab, you can see the basic functioning of the SVI including the valve position, the input signal, actuator

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ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80560 GE Oil & GasDate A date that can be used however you want. The preferred format is dd MMM yyy

561 Monitor Tab You can also change the manual setpoint by right-clicking in the indicator. A dialog box appears where you enter the exact setpoint fo

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80562 GE Oil & GasWizard Step 1When selected, you can modify the device Tag, Descriptor, and Messag

563 Mode Wizard Step 4When selected, you can perform an Auto Tune. The SVI positioner is a PID servo control device with special parameters unique to

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80564 GE Oil & GasFailsafe When the SVI cannot operate correctly the device goes to the failsafe po

565 Command Result Display 019 Write Final Assembly This command allows you to enter an identifying number (0 to 16 million) which is stored in the S

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80566 GE Oil & Gas220 Read Loop Mode Displays the process controller mode for the setpoint and proc

567 Read Status Read StatusThe SVI tracks some errors and fault conditions. When there is information on fault codes available in the SVI, this box co

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80568 GE Oil & GasTrend TabFrom the Trend tab you can watch the performance of the valve and the pr

569 Trend Tab Position Indicator This indicator shows the valve position graphically. The indicator consists of three parts: The upper part contains

575Advanced Setup with ValVueMethods to Set Up the SVI II APThere are two methods of setting up the SVI II AP with ValVue:1. Run Setup Wizard from the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80570 GE Oil & GasCapture to ClipboardClicking this button saves an image of the graph on the clipb

571 Configure Tab Configure TabFrom the Configure tab you can set the information that tells the SVI how the valve/actuator is configured. Figure 6 Co

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80572 GE Oil & GasLanguage The SVI can display its menu in English or French. The AMS Snap-on progr

573 Configure Tab Single/Double Acting ActuatorSelect whether the actuator is a single or double acting actuator.Button Lock The SVI comes with an opt

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80574 GE Oil & GasPosition Limit Stops: Position Lower Limit /Position Upper LimitThe SVI allows yo

575 Custom Characterization Custom CharacterizationA custom characterization defines the relationship between the input signal and the output position

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80576 GE Oil & GasCustom LinearizationWhen mounted on a reciprocating valve, a small non-linearity

577 Menu -Configure Simple - Compound Linkage ConfigurationSIMPLE LEVERThe simple lever has the pivot point (the potentiometer in the SVI) mounted a f

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80578 GE Oil & GasController Configure TabFrom the Controller Config tab you can set the informatio

579 Controller Configure Tab Reverse mode is a rarely used option and may cause unexpected results in the event of a power or air failure. Be sure you

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8058 GE Oil & GasConfiguration ParametersRefer to “Configure Screen” on page 99 of this manual for

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80580 GE Oil & GasInitial Setpoint When power is applied to the SVI after being off longer than thr

581 Calibrate Tab Calibrate TabFrom the Calibrate tab you can calibrate the stop positions and the feedback control parameters. Figure 10 Calibrate Ta

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80582 GE Oil & GasI Integral time or reset time (0.1 sec), is the time constant of integral control

583 Calibration Value  Operating: In this mode the SVI responds to the input signal and positions the valve appropriately (indicator green).  Manual

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80584 GE Oil & GasCalibration Value- PressureThe pressure sensor is calibrated at the factory. To r

585 Signal Calibration Procedure 3. Turn the air off and click Set Low Pressure.Gain calibration1. Right-click and from the popup menu select Full Ope

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80586 GE Oil & GasAuxiliary Signal Calibration ProcedureThe Calibrate tab allows you to recalibrate

587 Find Stops On a failure of the Find Stop routine, verify the following in this order:1. Turn on the air supply and make sure that it is at least 5

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80588 GE Oil & GasManual Find StopsOn some very large valves or valves with non-Masoneilan actuator

589 Diagnostics Tab Diagnostics TabFrom the Diagnostic tab you can run response time tests, step response tests, and positioner signatures.Figure 12 D

59 Manual Find Stops Advanced Setup with ValVueFigure 37 appears.Figure 37 Starting Run Find Stops2. Click OK.When Find Stops is complete, Figure 38 a

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80590 GE Oil & Gas Standard Actuator Signature: Measures the position vs. pressure response of the

591 Diagnostics Tab  Number of points to sample Step Profile: Measures the position response over time of the valve to a request to change position.

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80592 GE Oil & Gas Speed – A number from 1 (slowest) to 9 (fastest). The speed should generally be

593 Diagnostics Tab Figure 15 Choose Signature CurveClicking the Export button creates a comma separated value file (.csv) of the diagnostic data bein

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80594 GE Oil & Gas Diagnostic: In this mode you can run response time tests, step response tests,

595 Diagnostic Reports Diagnostic ReportsTo create this report:1. Right-click on the Diagnostic tab and select Diagnostic Report and a dialog appears:

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80596 GE Oil & Gas3. Select specific group data (up to three of the same type) for presentation on

597 Diagnostic Reports Creating Report FilesYou can create a custom SVI report by creating a text or rich text format file which is laid out in the fo

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80598 GE Oil & Gas$$Mode - SVI mode$$ControllerModeSP - Local/Remote$$ControllerModePV - Real/Simul

599 Diagnostic Reports $$I - Integral action of positioner$$Beta - Step size adjustment in positioner$$D - Derivative action of positioner$$PosComp -

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.806 GE Oil & GasDiagnostic Tests...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8060 GE Oil & GasTo run Manual Find Stops:1. Right-click and select Manual Find Stops (Figure 39).F

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80600 GE Oil & Gas$$LowPV - Low calibration for process variable$$HighPV - High calibration for pro

601 Status Tab  Reset Continuous Diagnostics - Resets the continuous diagnostic data (stroke count, cycle count, time open, time closed, and time nea

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80602 GE Oil & Gas Operating: In this mode the SVI responds to the input signal and positions the

603 Menu -Status Tab SOFTWARE_ERROR An inconsistency has been detected within the SVI.RESET_OCCURRED A reset has occurred either because of a power in

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80604 GE Oil & GasCheck TabFrom the Check tab you can set and monitor some of basic parameters. Thi

605 Set I/P Raw Signal The A/D value measured from the signal sensor. This is used for troubleshooting purposes.Current (2nd) The value of the auxilia

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80606 GE Oil & GasController TabFrom the Controller tab, you can see the basic functioning of the S

607 Controller Tab Controller Status The alarm status indicates when the process variable is outside of the user specified range of upper alarm limit

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80608 GE Oil & GasChange Mode The SVI can be in any of several operating modes: Operating: In this

609 Controller Settings Tab Controller Settings TabFrom the Controller Settings tab you can change the parameters that control the process controller.

61 Open Stop Adjustment Advanced Setup with ValVue2. Click OK. ValVue moves the valve to the fully closed position and Figure 41 appears. Observe the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80610 GE Oil & GasAlarm TypeDetermines whether the alarms will be absolute or deviation:An absolut

611 Controller Settings Tab Controller Dead Zone When the difference between the setpoint and the process vari-able is less than the dead zone, the co

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80612 GE Oil & GasMenu Bar and Footer ButtonsFile Menu Allows you to exit the level portion of the

613 ValVue SVI SoftwareValVue SVI Software

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615 Monitor Tab Monitor TabUse the Monitor tab to view the basic functions of the SVI2 including tag and identification, input signal, setpoint, posit

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80616 GE Oil & GasMessage A user-defined field with up to 32 characters. Use this field for any inf

617 Monitor Tab  The lower part contains an indicator (thumb) that shows the valve setpoint. In operating mode this is the same as the signal. In man

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80618 GE Oil & GasChange Mode When selected, you can change the SVI2 mode. The SVI2 can be in any o

619 Command Result Display Command Result DisplayThis box displays the SVI's response to HART commands. The following commands may be sent to the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8062 GE Oil & Gas4. Return to calibrate mode, enter the position that was measured at nominal trave

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80620 GE Oil & Gas 139 Read Continuous Diagnostic Data - Reads and displays the continuous diagnos

621 Setup Wizard Wizard Step 3When selected, you can perform a Travel Calibration. To determine valve position, the positioner must measure the closed

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80622 GE Oil & GasAuto TuneThe SVI2 positioner is PID servo control device with special parameters

623 Read Status Read StatusTo retrieve the fault codes:1. Select Read Status from the drop down list.2. Click Send. The results appear in the lower le

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80624 GE Oil & GasTrend TabUse the Trend tab to see the performance of the valve in real time as it

625 Trend Tab Position Indicator This indicator shows the valve position graphically. The indicator consists of three parts:  The upper part contains

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80626 GE Oil & GasMenu - TrendWhen you right-click on the Trend tab (but not in the graph area- see

627 Configure Tab FieldsPolling Address HART can communicate with up to 15 devices on a single pair of wires. These devices are distinguished by their

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80628 GE Oil & GasPressure UnitsYou can select the units in which the actuator pressure is reporte

629 Configure Tab Button Lock The SVI comes with an optional local display and buttons for data entry. These buttons can be used to perform basic SVI

63 Tri-Loop Configuration Advanced Setup with ValVueTri-Loop ConfigurationFigure 44 is a simplified schematic showing the SVI II and Tri-Loop and a co

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80630 GE Oil & GasPosition Limit Stops: Position Lower Limit / Position Upper LimitThe SVI2 allows

631 Custom Characterization 3. Click OK saves the changes and returns to the Configuration tab. Clicking Cancel returns to the Configuration tab witho

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80632 GE Oil & GasCustom LinearizationWhen mounted on a reciprocating valve, a small non-linearity

633 Menu - Configure Simple - Compound Linkage ConfigurationSIMPLE LEVERThe simple lever has the pivot point (the potentiometer in the SVI) mounted a

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80634 GE Oil & GasCalibrate TabUse the Calibrate tab to calibrate the stop positions and the feedba

635 Calibrate Tab P Proportional gain P (%) is the ratio of proportional action (part of controller output) to error. Common values for the positioner

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80636 GE Oil & Gas Manual- In this mode the valve does not respond to the input signal Instead it

637 Calibrate Tab Open Stop AdjustmentIn some valves the stem travel exceeds the nominal valve travel. The SVI2 allows you to compensate for this so t

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80638 GE Oil & GasMenu - CalibrateWhen you right-click on the Calibrate tab, a context menu appears

639 Diagnostics Tab Diagnostics TabUse the Diagnostic tab to run response time tests, step response tests, actuator signatures, and positioner signatu

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ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80640 GE Oil & Gas Response Time Test: If no pressure sensor is present, no parameter is required.

641 Diagnostics Tab Figure 11 Positioner SignatureA Positioner Signature produces an input signal vs. position graph for both increasing and decreasin

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80642 GE Oil & Gas One/two way - If two way is selected, the step tests are performed both increas

643 Diagnostics Tab Figure 13 Extended Actuator SignaturePerform Diagnostics Clicking Perform Diagnostics starts the selected diagnostic proce-dure. W

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80644 GE Oil & Gas Saved Signature from dp1 File - Allows you to select a dp1 file for this or ano

645 Diagnostics Tab Figure 15 Show Diagnostic InformationDiagnostic Graph - XY ScaleYou can change the X and/or Y scales by typing the desired scale i

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80646 GE Oil & GasDiagnostic ReportsTo create this report:1. Right-click on the Diagnostic tab and

647 Diagnostic Reports Figure 18 Diagnostic ReportThis report can be printed or saved under a user designated name for later use.Report PreferencesYou

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80648 GE Oil & Gas2. Select the program to use.NotePad and WordPad are often installed in the direc

649 Diagnostic Reports $$Pressure - Actuator pressure$$IPOutput - The signal to the I/P in counts (0 - 65000)$$Temperature - Circuit board temperature

65 SVI II AP Software ManualSVI II AP Software ManualAdvanced Performance Digital Positioner with Remote Sensor

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80650 GE Oil & Gas$$SignalUnits - the signal units (always mA)$$Language - SVI display language$$Lo

651 Menu - Diagnostics $$Friction - The friction measured from a standard actuator signature$$FLowerSpringRange - The lower spring range measured from

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80652 GE Oil & GasStatus TabFrom the Status tab you can see at a glance the internal status of the

653 Menu - Status  Setup- In this mode you can set calibration and configuration parameters. Additionally you can run response time tests, step respo

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80654 GE Oil & GasCheck TabUse the Check tab to monitor some of the basic parameters. This tab is u

655 Check Tab Lower Stop/Upper StopA/D values measured from the position sensor at the full travel of the valve. The raw position measurement must alw

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.80656 GE Oil & GasMenu - CheckWhen you right-click on the Check tab, a context menu appears: Set I

657 Menu Bar and Footer Buttons Menu Bar and Footer ButtonsFile Menu Allows you to exit the level portion of the program to the device selection list

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671ValVue SVI II AP Work EnvironmentOverviewThis section describes the working environment of ValVue and how to accomplish SVI II AP tasks. After you

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8068 GE Oil & GasWorking in ValVueValVue is set up as a typical Windows program, with tabs, menus,

69 ValVue Help ValVue SVI II AP WorkValVue HelpValVue offers help in many forms. Help changes according to the active screen. Every screen has access

7 SVi1000 Tabs...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8070 GE Oil & GasFigure 47 Accessing Context Sensitive Help - Right Click MenuExitClicking Exit qui

71 ValVue Screens ValVue SVI II AP WorkValVue ScreensThere are seven screens, correlating to the seven tabs available at the top level of ValVue: Mon

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732SVI II AP Monitor ScreenWhat You Can Do on the Monitor ScreenThe Monitor screen is the first window displayed on starting ValVue. From the Monitor

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8074 GE Oil & GasButton and FieldsPositioner Tag InformationTag A user-assigned name for the valve

75 What You Can Do on the Monitor SVI II AP Monitor ScreenPositioner OperationsSignal Indicates the input analog signal expressed in % and in mA of th

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8076 GE Oil & GasChanging the SetpointTo change the manual setpoint the SVI II AP must be in manual

77 Status on the Monitor Screen SVI II AP Monitor ScreenStatus on the Monitor ScreenThe SVI II AP provides several health indicators. When there is a

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8078 GE Oil & GasTag InformationChanging Tag Information on the Monitor ScreenThere are two methods

79 Send Command SVI II AP Monitor ScreenSend CommandYou can send HART commands to the SVI II AP and view the results in the box below the Send Command

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.808 GE Oil & GasPID and Advanced Parameters ...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8080 GE Oil & Gas3. Read the results below (Figure 55).Figure 55 Send Command Results DisplayedList

81 List of Available HART Commands SVI II AP Monitor Screen 017 Write Message - This command allows the user to enter a message (up to 32 characters)

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8082 GE Oil & Gasmeasurements, the D/A value of the signal to the I/P, and the internal SVI II AP t

83 Setup Wizard Selections SVI II AP Monitor ScreenSetup Wizard SelectionsAfter you start the Setup Wizard Figure 57 appears where you can select the

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8084 GE Oil & GasWizard Step 4- AutotuneThe SVI II AP has a built-in positioning Autotune feature.

85 Setting the Air Action SVI II AP Monitor ScreenSetting the Air ActionThe Set Air Action step allows you to set the action of the air supply by maki

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8086 GE Oil & GasSetup Selections Made1. After you have selected the desired steps click Apply (Fig

87 Progress Dialog SVI II AP Monitor Screen2. Click OK and Figure 61 appears.Figure 61 Running Setup Wizard Dialog3. Click OK.Progress DialogSome cali

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8088 GE Oil & GasAfter the wizard completes, Figure 63 appears.Figure 63 PID Values Displayed after

89 Progress Dialog SVI II AP Monitor ScreenParameter DefinitionsP Proportional gain in %. Common values for the positioner are 50 for small valves up

9 ValVue 12400 Help...

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8090 GE Oil & GasMonitor Context MenuRight-click on the Monitor screen and a context menu appears (

91 Restore SVI Data SVI II AP Monitor Screen Report Setup - Allows you to select a report setup set report template file and report printing program

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8092 GE Oil & GasReportsOne of the functions available on the Monitor screen is the ability to gene

93 Reports SVI II AP Monitor ScreenCreating Report Template FilesYou can create a custom SVI II AP report by creating a rich text format (RTF). The de

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8094 GE Oil & Gas$$SWRev Software Revision$$CmdRev Firmware Command Revision$$PollingAddress Pollin

95 Reports SVI II AP Monitor Screen$$ULimitStop Upper Position Limit On/Off$$ULSValue Upper Position Limit$$LLimitStop Lower Position Limit On/Off$$LL

ValVue Digital Communications Software Ver. 2.8096 GE Oil & Gas$$Switch1Value Value at which Switch 1 activates$$Switch1Action Switch is Normally

97 Reports SVI II AP Monitor Screen(Generate) ReportTo generate a report: Right-click and select Report.ValVue populates the report template. An exam

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993Configure ScreenWhat You Can Do on the Configure ScreenFrom the Configure screen, you can configure the valve/actuator by adjusting:Figure 71 Confi